Kraftwerk – Ralf & Florian (Vinyl LP, DE Reissue, Philips, 1975)

Kraftwerk – Ralf & Florian is Kraftwerk's third album, released on Philips in 1973 and recorded by Ralf Hütter and Florian Schneider as a duo. Mixing flute, strings and electronic sounds, it marks the transition to their breakthrough with "Autobahn" (1974). On offer is the 1975 German Philips reissue (6305 197).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Philips – 6305 197
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Reissue
• Pressing: DE – Reissue
• Country: Germany
• Year: 1975 (original: 1973)
• Genre: Electronic, Krautrock, Experimental

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Elektrisches Roulette – 4:19
2. Tongebirge – 2:50
3. Kristallo – 6:18
4. Heimatklänge – 3:45

Side B

1. Tanzmusik – 6:34
2. Ananas Symphonie – 13:55

Personnel

Ralf Hütter, Florian Schneider (vocals, keyboards, string and wind instruments, drums, electronics). Engineer: Conny Plank. Produced by Ralf Hütter and Florian Schneider.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
No – this is the 1975 German reissue, which carries the same catalogue number as the 1973 first edition. The reissue has a glossy sleeve and does not include the "Musicomix" poster of the first edition. Learn more about spotting first pressings in our guide Krautrock rarities: how to spot original pressings.

Is "Ralf & Florian" a purely electronic album?
Not quite. Alongside synthesizers and electronics, Hütter and Schneider still play flute, strings and other acoustic instruments here. The album shows Kraftwerk in transition between their krautrock beginnings and the electronic sound of "Autobahn".

What does media VG+ / cover VG+ mean?
VG+ (Very Good Plus) means light signs of use that do not noticeably affect playback. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Do you have more krautrock?
Yes – browse our Krautrock and Electronic collections.